# Maintenance/Repairs

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## [1999 Toyota Camry - Replacing Vapor Canister, Anything Else?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toyota-camry-replacing-vapor-canister-anything-else/146482)

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**Author:** [@EllaKliger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EllaKliger)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 9:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toyota-camry-replacing-vapor-canister-anything-else/146482 "2019-08-11T21:39:54Z")

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I have a 99 Camry. I am replacing the vapor canister. Anything else I should do at the same time?

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## [2014 Acura MDX - Keyless Start Fault](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-acura-mdx-keyless-start-fault/146468)

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**Author:** [@AllenNeves](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AllenNeves)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 5:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-acura-mdx-keyless-start-fault/146468 "2019-08-11T17:01:00Z")

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I just started getting a problem that says (Keyless StartSystem Problem). I’ve put new battiers in the fobs, rebooted the computre and it still comes on. All the forms for Acura MDX’s say that the dealer has don the same…

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## [2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited - Temp dial broken](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-temp-dial-broken/146462)

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**Author:** [@Brian22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brian22)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2019, 3:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-temp-dial-broken/146462 "2019-08-12T15:12:33Z")

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The temperature dial doesn’t have any effect on the heat of the air blowing out. Basically the heater doesn’t work. When we are running the air conditioner, we can get colder or less cold air with the dial, but if we wan…

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## [2016 Ford Explorer - Paint Defect](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-explorer-paint-defect/146523)

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**Author:** [@benjamin06](https://community.cartalk.com/u/benjamin06)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2019, 3:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-explorer-paint-defect/146523 "2019-08-12T15:07:20Z")

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Paint bubbling on front of hood

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## [2020 Toyota Highlander - Third Row Headrest](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-toyota-highlander-third-row-headrest/146500)

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**Author:** [@barbaraHaley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/barbaraHaley)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2019, 2:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-toyota-highlander-third-row-headrest/146500 "2019-08-12T14:13:18Z")

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the way back seat is unusable because the head rests force the passengers head out at a very uncomfortable angle…they go up and down but not back…what can we do?

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## [1999 Cadillac DeVille - Overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-cadillac-deville-overheating/146527)

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**Author:** [@Charles11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Charles11)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2019, 1:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-cadillac-deville-overheating/146527 "2019-08-12T13:39:50Z")

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My 1999 Cadilac DeVille is overheating, & I have eliminated every cause but internal coolant leak. How do I check for a blown engine gasket?

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## [2014 Jeep Cherokee - Air Conditioning Not Working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-cherokee-air-conditioning-not-working/146517)

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**Author:** [@Dot37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dot37)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2019, 1:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-cherokee-air-conditioning-not-working/146517 "2019-08-12T13:16:15Z")

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The Air-conditioning is not working

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## [Mazda Spaceship](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-spaceship/146498)

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**Author:** [@hneilson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hneilson)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2019, 12:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-spaceship/146498 "2019-08-12T12:49:23Z")

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Hello all! I have 2007 Mazda 3 Hatchback 2.3 L. Yesterday I was driving home from out of state to my home which is about 170 miles. Just about 110 miles into the drive home with 60 miles to go, my RPMs were staying righ…

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## [Noise from passenger side rear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-from-passenger-side-rear/146466)

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**Author:** [@vipergg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vipergg)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 5:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-from-passenger-side-rear/146466 "2019-08-11T17:45:23Z")

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Have a 2014 Grand Caravan and when when we go around right hand turns we get a scraping sound from the passenger side rear tire . I think the backing plate on the rotor is rubbing occasionally on the rotor at least t…

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## [VW GTI O2 Sensors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-gti-o2-sensors/146424)

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**Author:** [@tcw1982](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tcw1982)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [August 12, 2019, 1:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-gti-o2-sensors/146424 "2019-08-12T01:55:45Z")

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2012 GTI with 102,000 miles. The check engine came on recently, and after borrowing a code scanner from a coworker got the P013A code. So my questions are is it better to take it to a dealer or is it something that I c…

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## [2019 Subaru XV Crosstrek - Eyesight System Failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-xv-crosstrek-eyesight-system-failure/146487)

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**Author:** [@RobertGuerra](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertGuerra)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 11:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-xv-crosstrek-eyesight-system-failure/146487 "2019-08-11T23:34:22Z")

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On two occasions my eyesight system has failed. Both time it was on a very hot day (greater than 114 degrees). The system just stopped working and the warning lights came on. After a restart of the engine or the car c…

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## ['95 Buick LeSabre starts and runs for a while, then stalls and dies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/95-buick-lesabre-starts-and-runs-for-a-while-then-stalls-and-dies/89104)

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**Author:** [@larkshark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/larkshark)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 11:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/95-buick-lesabre-starts-and-runs-for-a-while-then-stalls-and-dies/89104 "2019-08-11T23:15:04Z")

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I'm driving a 95 buick lesabre, good condition, clean, 130k miles on it. 2 months ago the car started stalling and then it died. Took it to a shop, replaced all original fuel pump and fuel lines. Repeat this about 3 more…

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## [Coolant Hose Changes Time/Mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-hose-changes-time-mileage/146439)

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**Author:** [@CapitalTruck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CapitalTruck)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 8:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-hose-changes-time-mileage/146439 "2019-08-11T20:42:20Z")

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I finally changed all the hoses and thermostat on my mom’s 07 Highlander. It has the 3.3 V6. I was pleased to find out that there is a hose UNDER the intake manifold. So had to take the air plenum and intake manifold …

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## [2006 Chrysler 300C - Piston Through Block](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chrysler-300c-piston-through-block/146243)

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**Author:** [@WendyCoulson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WendyCoulson)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 8:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chrysler-300c-piston-through-block/146243 "2019-08-11T20:33:16Z")

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My 300c I put gas in and started it and that was it the engine was done The mechanic told my husband that someone revved the hell out of my car well I’m the only one who drives it He said the piston went through the en…

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## [1997 Infiniti I30 -NOT the battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-infiniti-i30-not-the-battery/145793)

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**Author:** [@MaryannC.Caterino](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MaryannC.Caterino)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 7:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-infiniti-i30-not-the-battery/145793 "2019-08-11T19:55:51Z")

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I’m original owner. Car starts fine. But, then won’t restart. Car is dead; NOT battery. No power at all. After about 45 minutes, you hear a loud “beeping” sound & power is back. Car is able to be started.

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## [2013 Jeep Compass - Control Arm Bushing Noise?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-jeep-compass-control-arm-bushing-noise/146470)

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**Author:** [@Patricia51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Patricia51)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 7:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-jeep-compass-control-arm-bushing-noise/146470 "2019-08-11T19:16:32Z")

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Noise from under the rear drivers side suspension. Did not know what it was at first. Had brakes. shocks and struts all replaced. Still this awful grinding noise. Had 3 mechanics look at it also. Everyone says the same t…

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## [MAF Sensor is nit measuring air](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maf-sensor-is-nit-measuring-air/146448)

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**Author:** [@ABUROWAIS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ABUROWAIS)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 6:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maf-sensor-is-nit-measuring-air/146448 "2019-08-11T18:44:42Z")

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I got p0102 code. So i changed the MAF sensor but it still reads nothing 0 g/s The car runs rough at idle and shuts off So what could be the issue.

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## [Brake pad backing plate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-pad-backing-plate/146463)

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**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 6:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-pad-backing-plate/146463 "2019-08-11T18:22:35Z")

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Took off rotor for my equinox to inspect abs cable last week. Changed control arm yesterday and noticed the brake pad had 2 pad shims/backing plates on 1 pad and 1 of them had slid forward and was rubbing on rotor hat. U…

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## [1988 Honda Civic Sdn - Hard Start When Hot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-honda-civic-sdn-hard-start-when-hot/146355)

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**Author:** [@SteveCook35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveCook35)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 5:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-honda-civic-sdn-hard-start-when-hot/146355 "2019-08-11T17:08:23Z")

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Ray, I have a 1988 Honda Civic, DX, 1500 cc engine. Occasionally, perhaps more often in summer. I drive it, stop, shut it off, then when I get ready to go it just spins over and doesn’t start. If I wait a minute (no che…

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## [2018 Cadillac Escalade - Hail Damage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-cadillac-escalade-hail-damage/146423)

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**Author:** [@Pinti](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pinti)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 4:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-cadillac-escalade-hail-damage/146423 "2019-08-11T16:58:51Z")

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Hail damage causes need for new hood and roof of car. Will this be a problem for resale and safety during rollovers or any accident?

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## [Oil pressure after head gaskets](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-pressure-after-head-gaskets/146455)

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**Author:** [@drwhitfield\_156039](https://community.cartalk.com/u/drwhitfield_156039)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 4:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-pressure-after-head-gaskets/146455 "2019-08-11T16:45:30Z")

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Olds Bravada 1996 185,000 miles My head gasket went in the truck and I got someone to replace the head gasket. He had the heads milled and has it back together. Now he tells me that my oil pressure is going up and down?…

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## [Update: 2005 Acura TL VSA Kicks in Randomly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/update-2005-acura-tl-vsa-kicks-in-randomly/146464)

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**Author:** [@Mila\_Cainey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mila_Cainey)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 4:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/update-2005-acura-tl-vsa-kicks-in-randomly/146464 "2019-08-11T16:00:24Z")

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Update: Took the car into the Acura dealership and they gave me a $7700 repair estimate for everything, including the ABS Modulator. Belt Tensioner - $450 Oil Pump Gasket - $1300 Power Steering Pump Reseal - $460 ABS…

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## [2014 Hyundai Accent - Transmission and speedo off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-hyundai-accent-transmission-and-speedo-off/146450)

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**Author:** [@shakeel44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shakeel44)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 8:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-hyundai-accent-transmission-and-speedo-off/146450 "2019-08-11T08:17:46Z")

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My car some time working normal and some time giving problem in Automatic Gear transmission and also speedometer not showing any value, while Reverse gear working normal and when go to D (Drive) vehicle run but not chang…

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## [2013 Ford Edge - Advising Needs Brake Booster and Pump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-edge-advising-needs-brake-booster-and-pump/146428)

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**Author:** [@Mesang](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mesang)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 2:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-edge-advising-needs-brake-booster-and-pump/146428 "2019-08-11T14:50:48Z")

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need brake booster and vacuum pump

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## [2006 Pontiac G6 - Dual policies?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-g6-dual-policies/145109)

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**Author:** [@James34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/James34)\
**Replies:** 46\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 2:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-g6-dual-policies/145109 "2019-08-11T14:03:40Z")

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I bought a G6 GTP 3.9L. The guy who worked on it before me must’ve freaked out in the middle of the repair job and walked off! I found the car to be excellent if it had been put back together correctly. Everything was l…

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## [2019 Lexus RX 350 - Washer Fluid Leaving Water Spots](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-lexus-rx-350-washer-fluid-leaving-water-spots/146426)

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**Author:** [@Anne36](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Anne36)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 1:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-lexus-rx-350-washer-fluid-leaving-water-spots/146426 "2019-08-11T13:35:28Z")

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Anyone have problem with “water marks” on new vehicle - maybe clear coat problem or dealer filled bad windshield washer fluid ? Lexus RX 350 - Just bought & windshield washer flluid builds up on windshield & vehicle. Hav…

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## [Mazda may be overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-may-be-overheating/146443)

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**Author:** [@faeryfaeryfae\_156030](https://community.cartalk.com/u/faeryfaeryfae_156030)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 1:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-may-be-overheating/146443 "2019-08-11T13:22:35Z")

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Hello, I am posting this question on behalf of my mother, regarding a 1994 Mazda Miata that she only drives once a week for short errands. The neighbor advised that she idle/run the engine for ten to fifteen minutes eve…

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## [2002 Honda CR-V - 7 Year Delayed Oil Change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-cr-v-7-year-delayed-oil-change/146415)

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**Author:** [@RickFenrich](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RickFenrich)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 5:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-cr-v-7-year-delayed-oil-change/146415 "2019-08-11T05:41:37Z")

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I’ve got a 2002 Honda CR-V that has 160k miles on it and due to neglect did not have the oil changed in the past 40k miles (7 years); instead new oil was apparently added as necessary. We just changed the oil for the fir…

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## [Aftermarket Gas Cap](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aftermarket-gas-cap/146440)

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**Author:** [@CapitalTruck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CapitalTruck)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 5:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aftermarket-gas-cap/146440 "2019-08-11T05:03:26Z")

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Some times it pays to go OEM…Brand new Stant fuel cap for same Highlander I mentioned earlier…threw EVAP leak code and cap would get tight as heck between fuelings. Put on new OEM Toyota cap, all is well. Kind of the …

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## [2008 Suzuki SX4 - Flex Plate Damaged](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-suzuki-sx4-flex-plate-damaged/146438)

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**Author:** [@Rex58](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rex58)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 3:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-suzuki-sx4-flex-plate-damaged/146438 "2019-08-11T03:25:40Z")

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it was making a noise like a card in the spokes of a bicycle when she turned one way the noise would get louder and the other way it would sometimes stop making the noise, the heads of the torque converter bolts are chew…

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